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Trump's Approval Dips as Economic Concerns Surge

12/16/2025

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Trump's Approval Declines

U.S. President Donald Trump’s job approval stands at 42%, down from 45% earlier this year.
Among MAGA Republicans, strong approval declined from 78% to 70%.
The GOP is now evenly split between MAGA supporters and traditional Republicans.
Economic concerns shape sentiment, with 64% saying the country is on the wrong track and lower-income Americans reporting greater financial distress than higher earners.
53% favor the Democratic Party on economic issues.

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Trump Energizes MAGA

U.S. President Donald Trump plans a 2026 campaign with near-weekly rallies to energize the MAGA coalition.
Susie Wiles says the approach could save Senate seats in battleground states like Ohio and North Carolina.
The focus is on economic issues, notably rising healthcare premiums from expiring subsidies, to win over low- and middle-income voters.
If successful, the strategy could strengthen Republican prospects in 2026.

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Trump's Approval Declines

U.S. President Donald Trump’s job approval stands at 42%, down from 45% earlier this year.
Among MAGA Republicans, strong approval declined from 78% to 70%.
The GOP is now evenly split between MAGA supporters and traditional Republicans.
Economic concerns shape sentiment, with 64% saying the country is on the wrong track and lower-income Americans reporting greater financial distress than higher earners.
53% favor the Democratic Party on economic issues.

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